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Challenging perceptions

Through featuring female role models, or addressing the topic of diversity in engineering and technology head-on, this collection of resources will encourage girls to pursue their love of STEM at school and beyond. 

Challenging perceptions

Engineering and technology is for everyone! We know that. You know that. But do your students?  

Research shows that girls tend to drop STEM subjects at every decision point throughout their schooling (despite generally performing better than boys in those subjects), and that they are less likely than boys to feel they could become an engineer if they wanted to.  

But here’s some good news: studies also show that exposure to the sector from a young age, through engaging activities and relatable role models, can turn the trend around. 

The old adage ‘you can’t be what you can’t see’ rings true here. This collection will help teachers demystify engineering, enabling young people from all walks of life to defy stereotypical views of who can become an engineer and what this entails. 

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Tech We Can Champions

Tech We Can Champions are volunteers who visit schools virtually or in person to inspire future generations about a career in tech.

  • Ages 5 to 11
  • In-school
  • Up to an hour
  • Free
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Girls into STEM

Inspire girls into STEM with university and company visits with hands-on activities.

  • Ages 11 to 14
  • Offsite - Multiple locations
  • Full day
  • Cost may apply
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The X-tra Factor

Discover 6 women in STEM who have done incredible things. From space to maths to music, in an engaging and interactive experience for all!

  • Ages 7 to 11
  • In-school
  • Up to an hour
  • Cost applies
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The X-tra Factor

Discover 6 women in STEM who have done incredible things - from space, to maths, to music, in an engaging and interactive experience for all!

  • Ages 11 to 18+
  • In-school
  • Up to an hour
  • Cost applies
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A Rough Guide to Engineering

What is engineering? Where can you find it? Come on a journey around the world and find out what engineers do, how they do it, and why!

  • Ages 11 to 16
  • In-school
  • 1 to 2 hours
  • Cost applies